VP, Partnership Marketing

VP, Partnership Marketing page is loaded## VP, Partnership Marketinglocations: New York, NY: New York - 200 5th Avetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0006931**Who We Are:**UFC is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.**The Role and What You’ll Do:**TKO is seeking a strategic, forward-thinking VP of Partnership Marketing to join our Global Partnerships team, with a dedicated focus on the UFC. This executive will lead the development and execution of integrated marketing and commercial strategies across a portfolio of partners to drive brand and business growth for UFC and across TKO's global portfolio. This person will serve as a strategic architect and drive revenue, while overseeing a team of professionals that will manage commercial partnerships for top-tier brands. This leader will drive innovation and evolve the Partnerships Marketing function into a best-in-class, consultative, and insight-led discipline.* Strategic Leadership & Commercialization* + Develop and implement integrated marketing and commercial strategies that enhance monetization, brand value, and market position for UFC, and across TKO's portfolio. + Collaborate across Global Partnerships to support commercial initiatives, including planning, integration, and collaboration across the function. + Present strategic initiatives to executive leadership, articulating ROI, growth impact, and cross-functional opportunities. + Stay ahead of market trends and competitive dynamics to inform future strategy and innovation.* Portfolio Management & Business Growth* + Lead the end-to-end management of commercial partnerships for UFC to deliver on partner’s brand and business goals. + Lead strategic planning for all partners, identifying and prioritizing growth opportunities aligned with business objectives, while delivering consultative solutions leveraging the power of the TKO enterprise. + Drive revenue by leading all renewals, upsells, and cross-sells for UFC while unlocking new revenue opportunities. + Support marketing and commercial orchestration across Sales, Partnerships Marketing, Marketing Solutions, Revenue Management, and Operations teams to ensure cohesive strategic execution. + Collaborate with Analytics and Finance to develop performance measurement frameworks and generate insights that drive business decisions. + Act as a central connector across teams to ensure alignment on priorities, timelines, and partner deliverables. + Support communication and collaboration across Global Partnerships.* Transformation & Capability Building* + Lead the transformation of the PM function from transactional servicing to consultative, insight-driven strategic marketing. + Design and implement a PM curriculum focused on best-in-class account management and long-term partner growth strategies. + Champion a culture of innovation, thought leadership, and proactive partner management within the Partnerships Marketing organization. + Manage and mentor a high-performing team of strategists and cross-functional contributors, fostering a growth mindset and collaborative environment. **You Have These****:** * 15+ years of experience in marketing strategy, consulting, commercial operations, or corporate development, ideally in sports, entertainment, or media.* Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional strategic initiatives and driving organizational change.* Deep understanding of brand partnerships, marketing strategy, commercialization, and client service models.* Strong financial acumen and analytical capability.* Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills.* Experience building and mentoring high-performing teams.* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred.Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the hourly rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.Hiring Rate Minimum:$187,500 annually(minimum will not fall below the applicable State/local minimum salary thresholds)Hiring Rate Maximum:$250,000 annuallyTKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our . For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review ourTKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.**About WWE**WWE is an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on
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